PRIOR TO SACRAMENTO STATE
Played two seasons at American River College in Sacramento...made 14 appearances, including nine starts in 2007...struck out 58 batters in 54.2 innings pitched...was a second team all-Big 7 selection in 2006 for the Beavers...posted a 4-5 record with a 3.12 ERA...struck out 67 batters in 69 innings, while giving up just 60 hits...made 13 appearances, including 12 starts.

HIGH SCHOOL
A 2005 graduate of El Camino HS in Sacramento...was a three-time all-Capital Athletic League selection, including first team honors his junior and senior seasons...posted a 1.69 ERA in 2005, striking out 69 batters in 54 innings pitched...allowed just six extra base hits...had a shutout during his senior campaign...prepped with Hornet teammate Tim Wheeler.

PERSONAL
Born Aug. 22, 1987...parents are Jose and Gloria Ramirez...majoring in business with a minor in finance.